Formoterol

Information about Formoterol

Formoterol Uses

Formoterol is used in the treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

How Formoterol works

Formoterol is a bronchodilator. It works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widens airways. This makes breathing easier.

Common side effects of Formoterol

Tremor, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Headache, Dryness in mouth, Palpitations, Restlessness, Muscle cramp
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Expert advice for Formoterol

  • Take the first dose of this medicine under medical supervision as it may cause wheezing or tightening of the airways (bronchospasm) immediately after using.
  • It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden breathing problems. Use your rescue inhaler to control sudden difficulty in breathing.
  • Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
  • Gargle with warm water after each inhalation to avoid any fungal infections in your mouth and throat.
  • Do not stop taking Formoterol suddenly even if you do not currently have any symptoms as that may cause your breathing problems to come back.

Frequently asked questions for Formoterol

Formoterol

Q. Is Formoterol a steroid?

Formoterol belongs to a class of medication called long acting beta agonists. It is not a steroid; however it is available in combination with steroids as an inhaler

Q. How long does it take to work and how long does it stay in the body?

Formoterol works best if taken before exercising or heavy work and another dose should not be taken in the next 12 hours. It is a long acting drug which is known to be effective for 12 hours in the body

Q. How does Formoterol work?

Formoterol belongs to a class of medication called long acting beta agonists. It helps in relaxing the muscles of the air passages, thus widening it and making it easier to breathe

Q. What form does Formoterol come in?

Formoterol comes as a powder filled capsule for inhaler and a solution for nebulizer use

Q. What is formoterol fumarate/formoterol fumarate dihydrate/formoterol and budesonide/formoterol and advair?

Formoterol fumarate and formoterol fumerate dihydrate are different formulations of formoterol. Budesonide is a steroid which may be prescribed by the doctor along with formoterol. Advair is another long acting beta agonist which is the brand name for salmeterol and fluticasone

Q. Is Formoterol safe?

Formoterol is safe when taken as per the directions of the doctor

Q. is Formoterol banned?

Formoterol is not banned

Q. Does Formoterol cause weight gain?

There are no studies showing that Formoterol causes weight gain

Q. Does Formoterol cause death/asthma-related death?

Formoterol may increase risk of asthma-related death. It depends on the condition and co-morbidities and is individual response.

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